Category: Mavericks

NBA Intel: Kevin Durant Trade talks, Jimmy Butler, Warriors, Lakers, Suns, Timberwolves, Nets

New reporting on Kevin Durant trade talks, what Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. told Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and the team when he acquired Jimmy Butler, and interviews with Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith on his Brooklyn Nets tenure and free agency future, and Warriors frontcourt players Kevon Looney on his upcoming free agency and Quinten Post’s view of rookie life in the league behind the scenes from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

The NBA trade deadline gave a glimpse into the upcoming potential trade market for Kevin Durant this summer, the Warriors new life following the Jimmy Butler acquisition, and more.

Thus, HoopsHype has gathered new intel on trade talks surrounding Kevin Durant at the trade deadline, what Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. told Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and the team when he acquired Jimmy Butler, and interviews with Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith on his Brooklyn Nets tenure and free agency future, and Warriors frontcourt players Kevon Looney on his upcoming free agency and Quinten Post’s view of rookie life in the league behind the scenes.

Social media reacts to Kyrie Irving’s season-ending injury: ‘Worst year in history for any sports franchise’

Dallas can’t catch a break. Kyrie Irving suffered a torn ACL in his left knee against the Kings, thus effectively ending his season and crushing the Mavericks’ hopes of returning to the NBA Finals. Actually, it would be a miracle if they made the …

Dallas can’t catch a break. Kyrie Irving suffered a torn ACL in his left knee against the Kings, thus effectively ending his season and crushing the Mavericks’ hopes of returning to the NBA Finals. Actually, it would be a miracle if they made the playoffs. Mavs fans will feel even more miserable after parting with Luka Doncic in February.

See the reactions to this devastating news for the Texas franchise on social media:

NBA Intel: Jimmy Butler, Trae Young, LaMelo Ball, Mark Williams, Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma, Raptors, Wizards, 76ers, Mavericks

Reporting on trade talks before the deadline involving the Dallas Mavericks and what’s next for PJ Washington and Daniel Gafford this summer, Trae Young’s future in Atlanta, what’s next for LaMelo Ball, Mark Williams and Miles Bridges with the Hornets, updates on the Raptors and Wizards, and interviews with Guerschon Yabusele, Quentin Grimes and Jusuf Nurkic from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

With a quarter of the NBA regular season remaining, teams are already looking towards the future and an offseason with as much potential for movement as the trade deadline.

Heading into the home stretch of the season, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on trade talks before the deadline involving the Dallas Mavericks and what’s next for PJ Washington and Daniel Gafford this summer, Trae Young’s future in Atlanta, what’s next for LaMelo Ball, Mark Williams and Miles Bridges with the Hornets, updates on the Raptors and Wizards, and interviews with Quentin Grimes, Guerschon Yabusele and Jusuf Nurkic.

Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis trade: What’s next for Lakers, Mavericks, NBA?

What the blockbuster trade means for Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis, why it happened, and what’s next for the Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Lakers, and Utah Jazz, with reporting from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

When news of the Dallas Mavericks trading Luka Doncic in a blockbuster three-team trade to the Los Angeles Lakers involving Anthony Davis broke, many across the league questioned if Shams Charania’s social media account was hacked, given the shock value and seismic ramifications.

Following the blockbuster trade that rocked the NBA, HoopsHype has gathered intel on what the trade means for Doncic and Davis, why it happened, and what’s next for the Mavericks, Lakers, and Jazz.

NBA Intel: Lakers, Warriors, Nets, Thunder, Bulls, Nuggets, Grizzlies, Pelicans, Kings, Raptors, Clippers

HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on top trade candidates, including De’Aaron Fox, Jimmy Butler, Brandon Ingram, Zach LaVine, Cam Johnson, and D’Angelo Russell. Plus, reporting on what’s next for the Lakers, Warriors, Nets, Thunder, Grizzlies, Pistons, Pelicans, Raptors, Clippers, and more from Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

With New Year’s upon us, there could be leftover fireworks in January and early February heading into the 2025 NBA trade deadline.

Thus, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on top trade candidates, including De’Aaron Fox, Jimmy Butler, Brandon Ingram, Zach LaVine, Cam Johnson, and D’Angelo Russell. Plus, reporting on what’s next for the Lakers, Warriors, Nets, Thunder, Grizzlies, Pistons, Pelicans, Raptors, Clippers, and more.

Top NBA trade candidates for the 2024-25 season

Top NBA trade candidates for the 2024-25 season, including reporting on all 30 teams from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

Following the blockbuster Karl-Anthony Towns deal to the New York Knicks ahead of the season, who are the next top trade candidates around the league?

HoopsHype outlined the top players who could be on the move for all 30 NBA teams, including new reporting where applicable.

2024-25 Dallas Mavericks: A quick preview

Led by perennial MVP candidate Luka Doncic and eight-time All-Star guard Kyrie Irving, the Dallas Mavericks are poised as serious contenders this season. With improved depth, they look even more dangerous than the last time around. By shedding $29 …

Led by perennial MVP candidate Luka Doncic and eight-time All-Star guard Kyrie Irving, the Dallas Mavericks are poised as serious contenders this season. With improved depth, they look even more dangerous than the last time around.

By shedding $29 million in salary from Tim Hardaway Jr and Josh Green, general manager Nico Harrison was able to add key pieces like Klay Thompson and Naji Marshall, ensuring Dallas remains an offensive powerhouse. Thompson, one of the game’s greatest shooters, joins Doncic and Irving to form a potentially lethal offensive trio. The floor spacing from Thompson and Irving will make it difficult for defenses to double-team Doncic without leaving open shooters.

Defensively, after acquiring Daniel Gafford and PJ Washington Jr., the Mavericks showed they could be a top defensive unit. Last year’s rookie standout Dereck Lively II, who impressed in the playoffs, and Marshall, replacing Derrick Jones Jr., will play key roles in maintaining a balanced attack on both ends of the court. With a strong core and key additions, Dallas is prepared for another deep playoff run and a legitimate championship push.

Aggregate 2025 NBA Mock Draft: Cooper Flagg and Ace Bailey battling for No. 1 pick?

HoopsHype’s aggregate 2025 NBA mock draft lists the top prospects, including scouting reports from NBA executives and scouts by HoopsHype’s Senior NBA Insider, Michael Scotto.

HoopsHype has updated where the top prospects stand for the 2025 NBA Draft by compiling six mock drafts from ESPN, Yahoo Sports, CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated, SB Nation, and USA TODAY. 

We spoke with an NBA executive and two scouts for their insights on the prospects for the first edition of the aggregate 2025 NBA mock draft.

An explanation for HoopsHype’s Draft Predictor from colleague Alberto de Roa, who contributed research to this story, can be found here.

NOTE: These rankings reflect the composite score to get a feel for the overall consensus, not our own opinion. For example, if a player was the first pick on a publication’s mock draft, he received 60 points. If a player was second, he received 59 points, and so on. We then tabulated the total number of points for each player’s consensus ranking.

NBA Rumors: DeMar DeRozan, Brandon Ingram, Buddy Hield, Malik Beasley, free agency, trades

Reporting on free agency talks for DeMar DeRozan, Buddy Hield, Caleb Martin, Malik Beasley, trade talks surrounding Brandon Ingram and Dorian Finney-Smith, Dallas Mavericks targets, how the Nuggets could replace Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, a potential Suns re-signing, and more from HoopsHype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto.

With the NBA’s moratorium period ending at noon ET on Saturday, July 6, trade talks and free agency movement are expected to pick up after a slight lull the past couple of days. 

Heading into the weekend, HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on free agency talks for DeMar DeRozan, Buddy Hield, Caleb Martin, Malik Beasley, trade talks surrounding Brandon Ingram and Dorian Finney-Smith, Dallas Mavericks targets, how the Nuggets could replace Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, a potential Suns re-signing, and more. 

NBA Rumors: Lauri Markkanen Trade Talks, DeMar DeRozan, Kyle Kuzma, Lakers, Knicks, 76ers

Reporting on trade talks for Lauri Markkanen and Kyle Kuzma, free agency for DeMar DeRozan, and what’s next for the Lakers, Knicks and 76ers.

Teams around the league are bolstering their rosters in an arms race for a shot at the championship, with the 76ers landing Paul George, the Knicks acquiring Mikal Bridges, the Pelicans acquiring Dejounte Murray, the Thunder adding Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein so far this summer, and the Mavericks landing Klay Thompson. 

Which other notable players could change teams via free agency or the trade market? 

HoopsHype has gathered the latest intel on Lauri Markkanen trade talks, a potential Bulls shakeup of its trio, Kyle Kuzma’s future, and what potential moves are ahead for the Lakers, Knicks, and 76ers.